Asian Vegan Tofu Noodles

A vegan rice noodle base with marinated tofu and vegetables. I like to also serve it with vegan chili-mayo, but it tastes great without as well.

Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 servings
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Ingredients

  • ¼ (16 ounce) package dried rice noodles

  • ½ (12 ounce) package firm tofu, cubed

  • ¼ cup soy sauce

  • 3 tablespoons coconut oil, divided

  • 1 teaspoon teriyaki sauce

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced, divided

  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 red bell pepper, cubed

  • ½ cup fresh green beans, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

  • sesame seeds, or to taste

  • ½ teaspoon vegetable seasoning, or to taste

Sauce:

  • 4 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise (such as Vegenaise®)

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste

  • 1 tablespoon Asian red chile sauce, such as Sriracha®, or to taste

  • 1 teaspoon cider vinegar

  • 1 splash soy sauce

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Place noodles in a large bowl and cover with boiling water. Set aside until noodles are softened, about 15 minutes. Drain and rinse thoroughly.

  2. Combine tofu, soy sauce, 1 tablespoon coconut oil, teriyaki sauce, 1/2 of the garlic, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper in a bowl and set aside while preparing the rest of the ingredients.

  3. Heat remaining 2 tablespoons coconut oil in a large skillet over low heat and cook the remaining garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add bell pepper and green beans and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Remove tofu from marinade and add to vegetables. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and mix well. Season with vegetable seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir-fry for 2 minutes. Cover and cook for 3 minutes. Add drained noodles and stir to combine.

  4. Combine vegan mayonnaise, lemon juice, red chile sauce, vinegar, soy sauce, salt and pepper in a bowl. Serve with the tofu noodles.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

664 Calories
41g Fat
65g Carbs
13g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 664
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 41g 52%
Saturated Fat 21g 104%
Sodium 2633mg 114%
Total Carbohydrate 65g 24%
Dietary Fiber 5g 16%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 13g 26%
Vitamin C 86mg 96%
Calcium 376mg 29%
Iron 7mg 39%
Potassium 434mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.